A suspected robber was arrested in an injured condition after an exchange of fire with law enforcement personnel in North Karachi on Wednesday, while his accomplice managed to escape from the scene.
The incident occurred near Jumaat Bazaar in Sector 02, within the jurisdiction of the Khawaja Ajmer Nagri police station in District Central.
The injured suspect has been identified as Abdul Qadir, son of Abdul Ghafoor. He was arrested by officers after the exchange of fire ended.
Authorities recovered a pistol, bullets, and a motorcycle from the arrested individual’s possession.
A search operation is underway to find the escaped accomplice. Police officials have confirmed that a formal investigation into the matter has been launched.